Felipa

Meaning of Felipa

Felipa is a beautiful name for a baby girl with Spanish and Portuguese origins. In Spanish, it is pronounced as feh-LEE-pah (/feˈlipa/), while in Portuguese, it is pronounced as feh-LEE-pah (/fɛ.ˈli.pɐ/). The name Felipa is a variation of the popular male name Felipe.

Although not commonly used in recent years, historical data shows that Felipa was more popular in the early to mid-20th century. For example, in Texas between 1910 and 1986, Felipa appeared consistently on the list of registered newborn names, often ranking within the top 1000 names. However, its popularity has waned since then.

The name Felipa carries a sense of strength and femininity. It can be an excellent choice for parents seeking a unique and culturally rich name for their daughter.

Pronunciation

Spanish

  • Pronunced as feh-LEE-pah (/feˈlipa/)

Portuguese

  • Pronunced as feh-LEE-pah (/fɛ.ˈli.pɐ/)

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Notable People Named Felipa

Felipa Hernandez Barragan (1914–2011) was a renowned Mexican potter famous for creating figures used in traditional healing practices.
Felipa Colón de Toledo, 2nd Duchess of Veragua - Felipa Colón de Toledo y Mosquera, a descendant of Christopher Columbus, held noble titles and was the heiress of her father's estate.
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